Women and Guns

Everyone knows what they need in their range bag, right? You need eye an ear protection, some gun lubrication, a few cleaning tools, and ammunition. These items are universally standard for the range bag, but what might you be overlooking? I’ve spent a half-century going to the range, long enough to learn that there are some things that are really needed on the range but that are often left out of range bags. Here’s a look at five items I keep in my range bag but that most range bags won’t have in them.

The shotgun is a popular home defense firearm. To be used effectively in that role, the person wielding it needs to understand its effective range and limitations. You don’t want to use your home defense shotgun in a manner that might endanger innocent bystanders or family members. But at the same time, you would also like to ensure that your defensive shotgun is effective.

Handgun stopping power does exist, but not in the way most think of it. The fastest and most reliable means of handgun stopping power is the fear that getting shot or having been shot induces. When you start having to rely on perfect shot placement and the ability of a bullet to create enough damage or pain to cause immediate incapacitation or the cessation of hostile activates, your chances of instantaneously stopping a threat are drastically reduced.

The rising interest in concealed carry has put these ultra-compact 9mm handguns in the hands of a lot of folks from many different walks of life. Some are experienced shooters, and some are not. The combination of these itty-bitty guns and a lack of shooting experience can sometimes deliver results that are less than desirable in terms of shooter comfort and reliability.

A lot has transpired in the firearms industry from July to September of 2021, and it can get a bit overwhelming to keep up with all the news and updates. To keep you informed, we have rounded up all the relevant updates around gun regulations, plus any other gun news that might interest you from the last quarter. Read on to learn more.

Homeowners go through an extensive process of finalizing every little detail about their dream abode, from tiling to decor to interiors and everything in between, but overlook a fool-proof home defense plan. As a result, they leave the inhabitants of the house vulnerable to outside threats. By the time they find out, the worst may already have happened. 

Starting your concealed carry journey involves making some important decisions and studying up on the related subjects. Understanding the difference between concealed and open carry is a good place to start. Knowing what to expect when applying for your concealed carry permit is next.

A shotgun, also referred to as a scattergun, is a long-barreled firearm that shoots a shotshell. Over the years, shotguns have become quite popular in sporting tournaments, hunting, and a reliable firearm for home defense. Some shotgun shells only contain a slug (a single large projectile) whereas others carry numerous spherical pellets of “shot.”